EPL: Newcastle Enters Top 10 With 2-0 Win At Cryst...

EPL: Newcastle Enters Top 10 With 2-0 Win At Crystal

Newcastle club-record signing Joelinton is showing a glimpse of his price tag at the Tyneside after providing a late goal and assist in Friday's 2-0 win at Crystal Palace.

AllNews reported earlier that the creative presence of Wilfried Zaha will be missed due to a positive COVID-19 test. The match seemed to be heading towards a goalless stalemate until the visitors struck twice in the final two minutes.

Joelinton first played creator for Callum Wilson to score his 7th goal since a £20 million ($26.6 million) move from Bournemouth with a calm close-range finish.

The Brazilian then bagged just his third Premier League goal since a £40 million transfer from Hoffenheim in July 2019 as he cut inside Scott Dann and saw his effort deflect in off Gary Cahill.

1️⃣ Goal
1️⃣ Assist

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— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) November 27, 2020

"It doesn't matter about the price tag and where you come from, sometimes you need time. In Joe's case, the price tag and number nine shirt meant he struggled at times," said Bruce.

"But the kid wants to do well. We are starting to see him now with his strength."

Victory takes the Magpies above Manchester City, Manchester United, and Arsenal in the Premier League table to 10th.

A second consecutive defeat for Palace sees the Eagles slip to 13th.